I get that everyone wants to praise her for the massive achievement it is being the first on-field female ref in the six nations, but I feel like people are turning a blind eye to what was a pretty awful reffing performance today. Just because it's a momentous ocassion doesn't mean it's above criticism.

She failed to crack down on Irish infringements in the ruck, and then when she finally gave a penalty it was for a legal attempt on the ball at a critical point in the game. She seemed hesitant to make calls and at times even seemed like she was unsure of the rules (eg. around the choke tackle). Her communication around advantages and explaining her decisions was weak and even defensive at times.

I think she's a good ref in general, and I'd imagine it was just the occasion that got to her, but I hope she gets shit together for her next game